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Kingston Flemings News / Field Level Media / November 7

Hawks' Kingston Flemings providing impact ahead of clash vs. Nets

The veteran depth added by the Atlanta Hawks is starting to pay off, but it is the performance of first-round draft pick Kingston Flemings that has the team most excited.

Dyson Daniels News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 7

How ‘natural instincts’ nearly led Hawks’ Dyson Daniels to a triple-double vs. Wizards

ATLANTA – Dyson Daniels has been everywhere on the floor for the Atlanta Hawks this week. Two nights ago in their first game against the Washington Wizards, he finished with 16 rebounds, with seven of them being on the offensive end.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 6

Four Big Takeaways From the Atlanta Hawks' NBA Cup Victory Against the Washington Wizards

Tonight, the Atlanta Hawks came into this one after a nice victory over the Washington Wizards and looked to repeat the result. However, despite a runaway win last time, the Hawks found themselves in a much closer game this time, as the Wizards seemed to have their offense clicking.

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Luguentz Dort News / Peachtree Hoops / November 6

Dort magic hexes the Wizards, 139-132

The Hawks welcomed Trae Young and the Wizards into their building for their first of five group stage NBA Cup games of the season. They’d have to find a way to win missing Jalen Johnson, Asa Newell, and Jock Landale among others — although Anthony Davis was not available for the other side.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / November 6

Hawks’ Newell, Gilbert Out Multiple Weeks With Injuries

Second-year Hawks big man Asa Newell will be reevaluated in about two weeks after suffering a left great toe hyperextension during Wednesday’s win in Washington, the team announced today (via Twitter).

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 6

Three Bold Predictions For Atlanta Hawks-Washington Wizards NBA Cup Showdown

While the 2026 NBA Cup got underway last week, the Atlanta Hawks were not a part of the action. That changes tonight when they play the Washington Wizards for the second consecutive game.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 6

Final Injury Report for Wizards-Hawks: Will Jalen Johnson, Anthony Davis Play?

The Atlanta Hawks are at home Friday night as they host the Washington Wizards in an Eastern Conference matchup as part of NBA Cup group play. Atlanta enters Friday’s game with a 5-4 record after defeating Washington on the road Wednesday night.

Jalen Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 6

Is Jalen Johnson playing tonight? Hawks vs. Wizards injury report

The Atlanta Hawks host the Washington Wizards on Friday, Nov. 6, and Jalen Johnson was listed as questionable on the team’s injury report. Johnson has been dealing with an ankle sprain that has kept him out for the last two games, albeit Hawks’ wins.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 6

Washington Wizards-Atlanta Hawks NBA Cup Preview: Injuries, Odds & Starters

The early part of the season hasn't been especially smooth for the Atlanta Hawks, but there's no question that their last win against the Washington Wizards was encouraging.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

C.J. McCollum News / The Lead / November 6

CJ McCollum Accepting A Bench Role Is Best For The Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks brought CJ McCollum back on a one-year/$21 million contract this offseason. They also drafted Kingston Flemings with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Jalen Johnson News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 6

Projecting the Hawks Starting Lineup and Rotation If Jalen Johnson Misses Tonight's Game vs the Wizards

The Atlanta Hawks are going to try to get another win over the Washington Wizards tonight and move to 6-4 for the season. This is going to be the first NBA Cup game of the season for the Hawks, and they would love to start off group play 1-0.

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Trae Young News / Field Level Media / November 5

Wizards seek revenge on Hawks in Trae Young's return to Atlanta

Trae Young will make his first trip to Atlanta as a visiting player when the Hawks host the Washington Wizards on Friday night to close a home-and-home set.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / November 5

Rookies Kingston Flemings, Zuby Ejiofor making early statements for the Hawks

The Hawks didn’t make the big splash this offseason some hoped for. Instead, they opted to improve on the margins, strengthening their depth with the additions of Aaron Wiggins and Lu Dort, both of whom have been fantastic contributors through the first couple weeks of the season.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 5

Atlanta Hawks Report Card: Grades for every player In Last Night's Win vs The Wizards

In the first of two matchups this week, the Atlanta Hawks took down the Washington Wizards on Wednesday and had one of their best all-around games of the season.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 5

Biggest Winners/Losers From The Atlanta Hawks 15-point win Over the Wizards

Last night, the Atlanta Hawks played one of their best games of the season. Beating the Washington Wizards was not totally unexpected, but the Hawks were without Jalen Johnson and Jock Landale yet again, plus second year forward Asa Newell went out of the game with an injury in the first half.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 4

Biggest Takeaways From The Atlanta Hawks Impressive Victory Over the Wizards

After a disheartening win on Monday (yes, those kinds of wins exist), the Atlanta Hawks went to Washington D.C., to face former point guard Trae Young.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 4

Hawks sink 19 3-pointers en route to comfortable win over Wizards

Nickeil Alexander-Walker's 6-of-14 3-point shooting powered Atlanta to a 19-of-49 deluge from long range, and the visiting Hawks scored a 120-105 win over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / November 4

Hawks Beat Wizards 120–105 Behind Alexander-Walker’s 26 Points

The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Washington Wizards 120–105 on Wednesday in Washington — their first meeting since trading guard Trae Young to Washington in January.

Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / November 4

Kingston Flemings shines for Atlanta in first career start

The Atlanta Hawks spent nearly a decade resting their hopes on one star point guard to carry them to greatness. Now, with that star on the opposite side of the court for the first time, it looks like another has emerged to fill the space he left behind.

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Kon Knueppel's season debut cut short by injury after just six minutes

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Hawks sink 19 3-pointers en route to comfortable win over Wizards

NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 4

Final Injury Report for Hawks-Wizards: Will Jalen Johnson, Alex Sarr Play?

The Atlanta Hawks are on the road Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Washington Wizards in an Eastern Conference matchup. Atlanta enters Wednesday’s game with a 4-4 record after defeating the Indiana Pacers on the road Monday night.

Kingston Flemings News / Hoops Rumors / November 1

NBA Suspends Hawks’ Kingston Flemings For One Game

The NBA has announced a one-game suspension without pay for Hawks guard Kingston Flemings, the league announced on Sunday (via Twitter). The suspension is due to a play late in the fourth quarter of Atlanta’s game against the Pelicans on Saturday, when the rookie point guard elbowed Pelicans wing Bryce McGowans in the head.

Asa Newell News / Hoops Rumors / November 1